Omaha Daily Bee Newspaper, July 25, 1916, Page 3

{ ebraska STATUS OF GUARD POLITICIANS UP This .Is a Question Likely to Create Some Difficulty Before Election. ARE DIFFERENT OPINIONS ——— Lincoln, July 24.— (Special) —A matter which is likely to create some difficulty in Nebraska between now and the election is the statue of mem- bers of the state guard who have been mustered into the United States service and are now on the border, who are candidates for office this fall, and especially those who are candi- dates for the state legislature. The matter just now hinges on the eligibility of Major Grant Douglas of the third battalion of the fourth in- fantry, whose home is in Osceola and who has been nominated by the re- publicans for the state legislature, his opponent being J. N. Norton, leader of the democratic majority in the last session and chairman of the house finance committee. Other Opinions in Matter. There are different opinions in the matter and all hinges on the proposi- tion of whether an officer of the state guard disqualifies himself from hold- ing a legislative position after he has been sworn into the United States service. Article VII, Sec. 3 reads: “Every elector in the actual military service of the United States or of this state, and not in the regular army, may ex- ercise the right of suffrage at such place and under such regulations as may be provided by law.” Article 111, Sec. 6 reads: “No per- son holding office under the authorjty of the United States or any lucratiVe office under the authority of this state shall be eligible to or have a seat in the legislature, but this pro- visiogshall not extend to officers of the militia.” The whole proposition appears to hinge on whether militia officers who have taken the federal oath are to be considered in the same class as of- ficers of the regular army. In the event that Major Douglas should be declared eligible if elected, /it is probable that as long as therq is no active service for his regiment in Mexico and there is nothing except patrol duty on the border, that he could receive a leave of absence dur- ing the session of the legislature. Attorney General Reed is looking up the matter while General Hall will confer with the war department to see to what extent the eligibility clause may carry in the case of Major Douglas. Demos Scared by Coolne_s_(li_ Faithful (From a Staft Correspondent.) Lincoln, July 24.—(Special.)—To say that state house democrats are worried is putting it very mildly. They have been loud in proclaiming that the farmers this year were in- tensely interested in the political sit- uation and were all or most of them going to vote for President Wilson because of the great prosperity of the country and the big crops. The lesson of last Saturday, when twenty country precincts failed te send delegates to the Lancaster dem- ocratic county convention and the at- tendance was so small that a commit- tee had to be sent out to round up the delinquents and herd them into the auditorium, has shown that they have had their wires crossed. At no », time during the convention were there more than 100 or 150 delegates in the room and a great many of them -were there by virtue of the fact that Jelix Newton had armed himself with roxies and presented them to every man who would accept them in order to get a quorum. = At one time the attempt was made to vote by roll call, but the steering committee saw that such action would show kow few delegates there were present and the thing was knocked in the head after Mr. New- ton had rushed around and whispered to several of his henchmen. The convention was in such strong contrast to the republican county convention of the Saturday before, both in attendance and enthusiasm, that democratic stock in Lancaster county has gone down far below the zero point, and still appears to be dropping rapidly. State Horticultural Experts Plan a Trip (From a Staff Correspondent.) Lincoln, July 24.—(Special.)—Hor- ticulturists of Nebraska are counting on August 2, 3 and 4 and will hold a field trip and joint meeting on_those dates in conjunctiqn with the South- western Iowa Horticultural society. Secretary J. R. Duncan has sent out the following letter to all Nebraska members, which contains instructions and information as to the trip: Wednesday, August 2.—Meat at the Grand hotel in Council Bluffs at 9 a. m. Visit the orchards, vineyards and greenhouses In fruit district around Council Bluffs. Basket din- ner at grape growers' picnic, meeting Iowa Hoeticultural soclety at experiment station orchard. Spend the night in either Council Bluffs or Omaha. Thursday, August 3.—Meet nt the Hotel Rome, Omaha, 7:30 a. m. Route for day: North and west to Florence, visiting or. chards and vineyards in that vicinity; south and west to Beaver's orchard, near Rulston: visit_orchards near Papilllon and back (o South Omaha for dinner. South to Platts- mouth, Union, and visiting E. M. Pollard's orchard at Nehawka. From Nehawka on to Nebraska, where ‘“Arbor Lodge,” or the Morton farm, as well as other orchards, Will be visited. Night will be spent here, Friday, August 4.—Moet at the Grand hotel, 7:30 a. m. Cross Missouri river (o Hamburg, visiting orchards of J. M. Bech- tel, A. A. Simons and C. E. Mincer; the seed housc of Henry Fleld; nurseries of D. 8. Lake and E. S.” Welch at Shenandoah: orchard of F. P. Spencer at Randolph, and those near Malvern and Glenwood. ~Trip Will-end at Glenwood in evening, b e ML DEATH RECORD. Mrs. John Holms, Sr. Plattsmouth, Neb., July 24 —(Spe- cial.)—Mrs. John Holms, sr.,(wpho for more than fifty years lived near Murray, this county, but who re- cently moved to Hartington, this state, died at the home of her son, John Holmes, jr. The body arrived at Murray today. Burial at the Young cemetery, near that city, Tuesday. ‘Sixty Delegates of | Platte County Are At Colllx_nbus Meet Columbus, Neb., July 24.—(Special Telegram.)—Sixty delegates from Platte county out of 113 attended the county convention here this afternoon, five precincts failed to send delegates. Henry Schacker of St. Bernard was elected as permanent chairman and S. P. Drinin of this city secretary. The following delegates were elec- ted to go to Hastings: G. B. Spice, Jerry Carrlf, Nick Heimmer, Willlam_Pollard, Ed Miles, Henry Schacker, J. C. Byrnes, Dr. R. Neumarker, Mark Burke, D. C. Kacanaugh, C. J. Carrig, G. W. Phillips, Edgar Howard, Chris Gruen- ther, Chris Wunderlich, R. C. Regan, S. Drinin, Dr. F. H. Morrow, Frank Kersen- brock, Dr. F. B, Cyphers. 2 J. C. Byrnes wanted the delegation instructed but G. W. Phillips opposed Byrnes in his determination, who could not get a second to his motion and each delegate will vote as he pleases. g 1 The following resolutions were pas- sed favoring the candidacy of Edgar Howard, candidate for lieutenant gov- ernor: The democracy of Platte county recogniz- gIn thelmportance of the office of lleutenant governor, feel a deep Inferest in the candi- dacy for the office of our fellow townsman, Hon. Edgar Howard, Mr. Howard has by volce and pen been preaching progressive democracy in Nebraska for the many years, his advanced ideas upon the question of state ownership of water powers and his advocacy of a public warehouse law in in- terests of the farmers should appeal with special emphasis to the voters of Nebraska, his election will insure the senate of the Nebraska leglslature a gifted presiding of- ficer and one who at all times can be de- pended upon to throttle the viclous legisla- tlon sought by favorlte seeking corporations, We recommend his candidacy to the voters of this county regardless of politics and pledge our earnest effort in his behalf, this was unanimously passed Seek to Have Man Freed From Prison (From a Staff Correspondent.) Lincoln, July 24.—(Special.)— Sheriff Carl Cox of Box Butte coun- ty with Charles Tillett and Charles Gillette of the same co: called on Governor Morehead this afternoon to present the case of Ray Tompkins, who is serving a term in the peniten- tiary fo assault and robbery. Tompkins claims that he got in bad company and while drunk assaulted a farmer and robbed him of $200. Upon this confession he received his sentence. It is now claimed shat as a result of that confession a tough gang in that community was broken up and the house in which they lived and where the crime was committed has become a respectable place. Be- cause of this his friends think Tomp- kins should receive a pardon and has been sufficiently punished in the three months he has served. Progressives Send Pool Endorsements (From & Staff Correspondent.) Lincoln, July 24.—(Special.)—Sec- retary of State Pool today eceived the following endorsements of the progressive state committee of repub- lican candidates: Presidential - Blectors-at-Large—Fred H. Richards of Fremont and Harry S. Byrne of Omaha. Presidentlal Electors—Edward W. Miskell of Lincoln, U. P. Swanson of Omaha, George I'. Walz of Fremont, Thomas E. Williams of Aurora. 7o Declinatoins from nominations for the above offices accompanied the filings. being John Lewis of Omaha, Eric Torell of Oakland, Francis A. Gue of Tecumseh, Nelson T. Thorson of Omaha, and C. S. Boggs of Filley. H. Gordon Cross of St. Edward had already filed his declination. Woman Thrown From Mower By Runaway Horses Tecumseh, Neb., July 24.—(Spe- cial.)—Mrs. Derr, wife of Joseph C. Derr, the family home being six and one-half miles west of Tecumseh, is suffering from the effects of a runaway accident. Mrs. Derr had been assist- ing her husband in the hay field, driv- ing a team to a mower. She had started to drive to the barn when her team became frightened. Mrs. Derr succeeded in keeping her seat on the mower until she had successfully guided the running horses over a small bridge, when, as the feam gave a lunge forward, she was thrown back- ward from the mower. She alighted upon her head and shoulders, suffer- ing considerable injury to her head especially. No bones were broken. Mrs. Derr was unconscious for three hours, but is now reported to be get- ting along veryewell, Former Tecumseh Man Kills Self at Denver Tecumseh, Neb., July 24.—(Spe- cial.)—Denver papers of last Monday have been received here giving an ac- count of the suicide of Thomas R. Walter. Mr. Walter, a grocery clerk and said to have gone to Denver from Lincoln six weeks before, took his own life by asphyxiation, carefully plannig the deed. He was single, was aged 29 years, formerly lived in the western part of this county and has relatives residing here. Despondency was given as the cause of suicide. Farmers’ Union Picnic at Lyons. Lyons, Neb., July 24.—(Special.)— The Farmers’' union picnic on the Blackbird, east of here, was a great success, with a large attendance. Speaking, ball games and races were features. The West Side ball team de- feated the Jefferson boys, 9 to 6. Bat- teries: Johnson and Osberg; Larson and Holmes. A wrestling exhibition was given by Oliver Johnson and John Kingry of Bancroft. The prin- cipal orator was J. Campbell of Cen- tral City, Neb. AN OLD PROVERB It used to be proverbial that every man ( and it is certainly no less true of woman) is either a fool or a phy- sician at forty. This means that every intelligent person must learn so much about caring for his own health that by the time he is forty years of age he can almost be reckoned as a phy- sician. Why then is there so much talk by doctors against “self-medication”? A woman can recognize all ordinary ail- ments without calling on a doctor. If they are ailments distinctive to her sex she generally knows enough to use that greatest of all remedies for such ailments, Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound, and likewise she is familiar with the standard rem- | edies for other diseases.—Adv. \ THE BEE: [OWA VOTERS AND | THE PRINARY LAW Answers of Republican County Chairmen Indicate Dissatis- faction With the System. MANY FAVOR AMENDMENT Des Moines, la,, July 24.—(Special.) —In order to ascertain the sentiment over the state on the primary law, Charles A. Rawson, chairman of the republican state central committee, recently sent out a list of questions on the primary #nd the attitude of the voters toward it, to all county chairmen. The replies indicate con- siderable dissatisfaction with the pri- mary law. The first question asked was: “Would like your opinion as how the voters in your county are satisfied with the present primary law?” To this eight counties replied the voters were satisfied with it and fifty- one replied they were not. I'he next question was: “Would the voters want the present law re- pealed and go back to the convention nominations again?” From twenty- six counties the reply was that the voters would favor the repeal entirely and twenty-eight replied they would favor modifications in the law. The mnext question asked was: “What changes can you suggest for the better working of the present law?” To this there were a variety of answers. Among them the fol- lowing. “Go back to the convention system for state officers.” Fault With Voters. “Let the 1aw alone and educate the voter. The fault is with the voter.” “Hold county and state conventions as we used to.” “Cut out red tape in county pri- maries. - Our primarfes are held too early. They should be held when it is time to open the campaign and les- son the expense of the primary and of the candidates.” “Resolutions were passed (at coun- ty convention) recommending that that next legislature enact a law re- turning to a modified form of old con- vention system.” “Nominate governor, United States senator, congressman and county offi- cers at a primary and also delegates to the state convention. Nominate all other officers by convention. State Nomination by Convention. “Hold primary for county. Con- vention for state nominations.” “If we should now return to dele- gate cystem I believe the average voter would complain that he had lost some of his former privileges.” “Re-enact the primary law so as to make it optional with the counties.” “Hold presidential and June prima- ries at the same time.” “I think if state officers were chos- en at state convention and count officers at a primary the proper result would be attained.” “Intelligent and fair-minded voters are not satisfield.” “If Ercsent law is continued some way should be found to keep the democrats from helping the repub- licans nominate candidates.” “Keep the law for governor.” “Simplify it.” “Delegates to county conventions are fixed in the back rooms and the law does no good.” “Abolish the presidential preference primary and change the June pri- mary to September.” Repeal of all parts of the law ex- cept such as relate to the higher offi- cers of the ticket appears to be the most popular remedy according to the replies received. Several chair- men stated frankly that the law was satisfactory to the voters, but was a thorn in the side of the politicians. As is shown by the replies above, many think it is all right for county offices and for delegates to the state convention, but not for state officers. Building Bumed"nt Curtis. .Curtis, Neb.,, July 24.— (Special Telegram.)—The building containing Heaton’s barber shop and bath rooms was totally destroyed by fire last night during a wind and rainstorm. Part of the contents was saved, and the firemen prevented the spread of the blaze to Murray’s hotel, adjoin- ing. The structure was owned by Dan Ragan of Sterling, Colo. His loss is covered by insurance. Greasy salves and ointments should not be applied if good clear skin is wanted. From any druggist for 26¢ or $1.00 for extra large size, get a bottle of zemo. When applied as directed, it effectively remoyes eczema, quickly stops itching and heals skin troubles, also sores, burns, wounds and chafing. It penetrates, cleanses and soothes. Zei is dependal and inexpensive. Try it, as we believe ing you have ever used is as effective and satisfying. Zemo, Cleveland. Tan, Red or Freckled Skin Is Easily Shed To free your summer-soiled skin of its muddiness, freckles, blotches or tan, the best thing to do to free yourself of the skin itself. This is easily accomplished b, the use of ordinary mercolized wax, whicl can be had at any drug store. Use at night as you use cold cream, washing it in the morning. Immediately the offending sur- face skin begins to come off in fine powder- like particles. Gradually the entire cuticle is absorbed, without pain or inconvenience, The second layer of skin now in evidence pre- sents a spotless whiteness and sparkling beauty obtainable in no other way. If the heat tends to loosen and wrinkle your skin, there's an effective and harmless remedy you can readily make at home. Just let an ounce of powdered saxolite dissolve in a half-pint witch hazel and bathe your face in the liquid. This at once tightens the skin and smooths out the lines, making you look years younger.—Advertisement. e “Snutfens” for Hay Fever, You can stop that sneezing, and secure a clear Head and Eyes, by the wse of Cook’s Hay Fever Relief. It is applied to both the nose and eyes, and is of benefit to thousands who are now using it. It is a remedy of Merit, and can be obtained at all Drug Stores, or will be mailed to you direct upon receipt of $1.00. Write for Pamphlet. CCOK CHEMICAL COMPANY, Casper, Wyoming, U. S. A OMAHA, TUESDAY, JULY BRIEF CITY NEWS “Townwend'’s for Sporting Goods.” Electric Fans, $7.50—Burgess-Granden Co. Have Root Print It—Now Beacon Press Half-knrat White Diamonds, $75. Edholm Hear “When the Boys Come Home"—An appealing military baliad sung by Evan Wil- | llums, Victor record No. 64,694, at Orchard & Withelm's | Probate Clerk Takes Vacation—Clyde C Sundblad, probate clerk in the office of County Judge Bryce Crawford, is taking a two weeks' vacation. | “Today's Morie Program,” classifled sec- | tion today. It mppears in The Bee exclu- | sively. Find out what the various moving | picture theators offer. Loses at Old Matching Game—D. A. Davis | of Balard, Minn, matched colns with two | strangers near Unlon station, andyat the end of the game was $26 in the hole. He re-| ported the affair to the police, and later ' Jim Johnson of Chicago arrested, | Eddyville Man Dies of | Injury in Auto Upset| Plattsmouth, Neb., July 24.— Spc-“ A | cial.)—Word was received by Young, five miles south of this of the death of a brother-in-la Grant Willever, at Lexington, this state, from the effects of an automo- | bile accident, which occurred there | a few days since. Mr. Willever is a | large stock raiser and feeder near Ed- dyville. Mrs. Young, who is a sister of Mrs, Willever, departed for Lex- ington to attend the funeral. Notes From York. York, Neb., July 24.—Carl M. Hoft- | master of Benedict and Anna Swan of Stromsburg were married here July 21, Rev. W. C. Brewer, pastor of the Evangelical church, officiated. Rev. J. G. Dickson, who has been pastor of the First Baptist church of this city for the last four years, ten-| dered his resignation Sunday morn-| ing, to take effect September 1. He has accepted a call from the First Baptist church of Clay Center, Kar. York county has 1,716 automobiles, owned by residents of the county, ac- cording to the records in County Treasurer Metz' office. This gives one automobile for every twelve in- habitants in the county. Two Automobiles Wrecked. ! Plattsmouth, Neb., July 23.—T. L. Amick of this city and Thomas Court- ney of Auburn had a head-on colli- sion just south of this city Sunday | morning, both going at a high rate or speed, with the result that both machines were wrecked, but, fortu- | nately, no one was hurt. Both cars will fiave to be rebuilt. BELL-ANS Absolutely Removes | Indigestion. Onepackage Have Personal 25, 1916. Cards Printed ’ ‘ d * 48 i : Profit for You Before Y | : f When Y (:oo;ewa:.u . : ra n e ' \Sw: F el O r e S Sho:nHe::. “Beautiful!”’ This was the exclama- tion from most every woman who passed the 16th street window, where the first of the newest Fall Hats was displayed. ! Fashion whispered and we could not resist the temptation to show our latest surprises. Beautiful beyond des- seription are these Chenille and Velour Hats, in the most fas- cinating colorings—Pea- cock Blue, Russet, Hunter® Green, Orchid and Corbeau. 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